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Fri, 18 May 2018 20:21:25 +0000en-UShourly110 Great Things to Do in Sacramento CA this Springhttps://fullermoving.com/10-great-things-sacramento-ca-spring/
Tue, 04 Apr 2017 18:20:30 +0000http://76.227.208.54/?p=4952If you live in or planning to move to Sacramento you should know there are lots of great reasons for living here, ranging from great places to eat, lots of old world culture and sights, an ideal location to live in on the west coast, some of the best wines in the world. Then you […]

]]>If you live in or planning to move to Sacramento you should know there are lots of great reasons for living here, ranging from great places to eat, lots of old world culture and sights, an ideal location to live in on the west coast, some of the best wines in the world. Then you have our amazing weather, and the fact we have both the Sacramento and American Rivers serving our fair city. But that’s the stuff pretty much everyone knows about, so we’ve put together a list of different events happening this spring in Sacramento. Think of this as a prep guide for anyone considering moving here over the new few months, and a reminder to any ex-Sacramentans of why they might feel homesick now and again.

Beer Brewing History & Beer Tasting (April 6th)

If you’d like to discover more about the delicious beers you enjoy drinking, then you should book a ticket for this event. Not only will you learn about the history of beer making in California, but you’ll also learn how to brew your own beer. You can get more information on the event from its Facebook page: http://facebook.com/sacramentohostel/

Andy McKee (April 6th)

Listening to this unique guitarist isn’t an experience any music fan can afford to miss. Andy has an incredible YouTube following due to his exciting style of guitar playing, something which you’ll only truly appreciate when you sit in a hushed silence enjoying an entirely new level of musicianship. Check out his track “Drifting” on YouTube – this is just a sample of the type of music you’ll hear on the night. Doors open at 5:30pm and tickets are available for just $25 from Harlow’s Restaurant Nightclub on 2708 J Street.

2k – 5K Doggy Dash (April 8th)

What better way to show your appreciation for your four legged friends, and to support the Sacramento SPCA, than to take part in the “Bark in The Park” festival. This event also gives prospective dog parents/fosterers a chance to meet dogs who are still looking for their “furever” home. You can choose between a 2k or 5k walk, but please make sure to be at William Land Park at 8.30am for registration on Saturday April 8th. The walk starts at 10.00am, and once you’re done you can take in some of the K9 demonstrations, and also check out some of the pet supply vendors who’ll be present on the day.

Easter Egg Hunt! (April 8th)

It’s almost that time of the year again when everyone eats more chocolate than could ever be considered healthy, but it’s all part of the fun. The annual Easter Egg Hunt takes place between

Spring Break Mural Workshop (April 10th)

Tapping into your artistic side is pretty much always a good thing for you – you can discover a lot about yourself when you put pain to canvas. In this workshop you’ll be applying paint to brick or concrete, but doing it legally. This event is aimed at teenagers between the ages of 13 and 17, where they can paint a mural with the help of a local artist. This event takes place at Oak Park Community Centre, and anyone interested in taking part will need to be there from 10am.

Sacramento Dog Show (April 13th)

This particular event has been running now for almost 100 years, making it one of the oldest of its type in the United States. Fans of our canine buddies really can’t afford to miss this great event, suitable for all the family. Children under the age of 12 can come along free of charge, while a general admission ticket for this fun event costs just $15. You can get more information here: http://www.sacramentodogshow.com/

Off the grid: Sacramento Zoo (Apr 20th)

How about enjoying a “pop-up picnic” with the added perk of a location right beside Sacramento Zoo? “Off The Grid” is putting on another event to bring the local community together in their love of being outdoors and enjoying great food. There’s plenty of live music to tune in to, while you sample the culinary wares of the ten different food trucks visiting the site. Admission to the event is free, but you will still need to buy a ticket if you want to go visit the animals in the zoo.

2017 Hornet Car and Bike Show (April 22nd)

Fans of everything gas-powered are going to be in their element at the Harper Alumni Centre between 9am and 2pm on April 22nd. This is because you’ll find cars and motorbikes spanning several decades on display. Spectators are always welcome, but you do also have the option of putting your own car or bike on display. There’s lots of great food, prizes and live music on offer, in addition to all the chrome, huge rims and shimmering paint.

Spectators can attend the show free of charge, but if you want to showing your car or bike costs between $25 and $30.

Roller Derby Tryouts (April 23rd)

And now for something completely different: You can try out for the Sacramento Roller Derby team this month. Now, this isn’t something everyone wants to take part in, but if you want an intro to what it takes to be part of a roller derby team, then you should at least show up. Tryouts take place in Sacred City Warehouse on 1501 NC Street between 1pm and 3pm. Please note that only people actually trying out for the team can attend – friends and/or family members have to wait outside.

California Honey Festival (May 6th)

Woodland Main Street will play home to the California Honey Festival on Saturday, May 6th 2017. This is a celebration of the fabulous food that is natural honey, but it also aims to educate people to the importance of the bee population to farmers and humanity in general. Most people don’t understand just how important bees are for our ecosystem, and the crops we grow. There will be carnival rides, and you can even try some mead (honey wine) if you’re interested. This is a free event the whole family can enjoy.

So, there you have it – at least ten great reasons to live in or near Sacramento. If you’re considering relocating to Sacramento, then please call Fuller Moving for a no-obligation quote. We’re one of the most popular moving companies in Sacramento, and the surrounding areas.

]]>What’s Happening This Winter in Sacramentohttps://fullermoving.com/things-to-do-sacramento-winter/
Tue, 03 Jan 2017 20:30:01 +0000http://76.227.208.54/?p=4945There is always something great happening in Sacramento. For those who are moving to Sacramento or have only been here a short time, you may be interested to know more about winter activities happening over the next few months. Our guide will give you the information you need to have a fun time as the […]

]]>There is always something great happening in Sacramento. For those who are moving to Sacramento or have only been here a short time, you may be interested to know more about winter activities happening over the next few months. Our guide will give you the information you need to have a fun time as the winter rolls on.

SacAnime 2017 Convention

SacAnime offers a pop culture convention that mostly focuses on anime and cosplay. It is held in a fun and safe environment that is always family friendly and draws a big crowd. This convention is open from the 6th through the 8th of January at the Sacramento Convention Center.

At this event, you can expect to find workshops, tabletop gaming, console gaming, karaoke and viewing rooms for shows and films, as well as much more. The entire family is likely to find something fun to do while wandering the vast convention center space.

Registration can be done by the day or for the entire weekend, depending on what you prefer. Children who are eight years of age or younger can come in for free, as long as a registered adult is present with them at all times.

Dine Downtown Restaurant Week

Whether you are a foodie or just enjoy trying new things, the Dine Downtown Restaurant Week is something you should not miss. The gourmet food scene will be as accessible as ever, as this event showcases the best and the brightest involved in culinary cuisine in Sacramento.

The dates for this event are January 12th through the 22nd and all tickets benefit food literacy programs right here in Sacramento. You can enjoy a 3-course prix fixe meal at some of the most loved fine dining restaurants for $35 a ticket.

Sacramento is an industry leader in the fine dining scene so anyone with an appetite should make sure to turn out for this event. It is win/win as you get your stomach full and food literacy education is passed on to a child who needs it most. You might even find a new favorite restaurant to frequent!

Love is in the Air Exhibit

If you are looking for things to do in Sacramento and find yourself drawn to art, the Love is in the Air Exhibit may be right up your alley. The Artists’ Collaborative Gallery on K Street will be showcasing many artistic pieces that give off a feeling of happiness and love just in time for Valentine’s Day.

This exhibit opens on January 2nd and runs through February 14th, making it a great option for someone who has a day free with no plans. The best part is this exhibit is free, as well. Dozens of artists will have works on display and those who find something special may make a purchase if they desire.

Behind the Scenes Tour

For those who are moving to Sacramento soon, you may want to know a little bit more about the area you are moving into. You are in luck because the California State Archives offers a great history lesson that is open to the public, each and every month.

During the tour, you can expect to be guided through a number of collections that go into state government and history. The spring tours will be held on January 27, February 24, and March 24 so save the date in your planner.

These tours are perfect for learning more about the community and meeting others. The tour lasts approximately an hour and will start at noon on the fourth floor of the archives building. But make sure to sign up early as these events sometimes sell out.

Toy, Game, and Pop Culture Expo

If you enjoy pop culture and are looking into moving to Sacramento, you are in luck when it comes to the expo options you can find. Remember When Toys and Collectibles hosts Toy, Game, and Pop Culture Expo at Great Escape Games on January 21st.

This event is entirely free and features many things to do, no matter your age. Tables of vendors will be selling various games and toys. Game companies will be around to show you new products and sell their newest games. There will even be a movie screening available.

You can expect to see local fan groups and artists if you take part in this event. It’s a great place to meet others and have fun on a Saturday afternoon.

]]>Honoring Our Veteranshttps://fullermoving.com/honoring-our-veterans-at-north-american-van-lines/
Wed, 16 Nov 2016 20:42:32 +0000http://76.227.208.54/?p=4931For over 80 years, North American Van Lines has proudly supported our service members by moving our nation’s finest. In an effort to extend their support for our military, northAmerican partnered with the Gary Sinise Foundation in 2014 and hasn’t looked back since. Learn more about our partnership here:

]]>For over 80 years, North American Van Lines has proudly supported our service members by moving our nation’s finest. In an effort to extend their support for our military, northAmerican partnered with the Gary Sinise Foundation in 2014 and hasn’t looked back since.
Learn more about our partnership here:

]]>Roseville – Folsom Venture Firm Looks at Viral App Investmenthttps://fullermoving.com/roseville-folsom-venture-firm-looks-viral-app-investment/
Fri, 30 Sep 2016 17:43:55 +0000http://76.227.208.54/?p=4927Ask any teacher or lecturer what the biggest barrier to education is currently and they’ll probably agree it’s a combination of short attention spans and smartphone usage. Classrooms across North America are filled with students who spend more of their time on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram than they do listening to the content being delivered […]

]]>Ask any teacher or lecturer what the biggest barrier to education is currently and they’ll probably agree it’s a combination of short attention spans and smartphone usage. Classrooms across North America are filled with students who spend more of their time on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram than they do listening to the content being delivered as part of their education. Schools and colleges were fighting a losing battle in encouraging students to switch off their smartphones and pay attention, well they were until Pocket Points arrived on the scene.

The Pocket Points app is the brainchild of former Chico State students Matt Gardner and Rob Richardson, who recognized that they themselves spent more time in class on their cell phone than could ever be considered smart. After all, here they were paying for an education they were actively ignoring. So, what if they could create an app where students would gladly turn off their phones when in class, and be rewarded for doing that?

The idea is simple: When a student is attending class they shut down their cell phones through the Pocket Points app. The app itself uses something called geo-fencing, which allows their usage of their phone to be tracked to specific locations. The longer their phone stays locked the more points they earn. These points can then be redeemed in local businesses that offer special deals for Pocket Points users.

The app was being used by 60% of all Chico State students within a few weeks, with the built-in leaderboard driving students to compete against each other for who could use their phone the least while in class. Gardner and Richardson then secured US$50,000 in capital support from Chris Friedland, owner of Build.com – they expanded usage of the app to five new schools using that funding.

Matt Gardner and Rob Richardson initially approached Moneta Ventures for financial support, but were turned down because they hadn’t yet proved the app could be monetized. Taking the advice of Lokesh Sikaria to heart they returned four months later with revenues of $40,000 to prove the app could generate money. After seeing proof that the app was a viable business Moneta Ventures provided another US$600,000 in venture capital support for the app, bringing their total venture capital investment to US$1.5 million.

The support they’ve received has helped them expand usage of the app to 65 different cities and in 100 different schools, colleges and universities. This is just the start of great things for Pocket Points because their potential audience is comprised of over 17 million students in North America, with the opportunity to expand their operation to other countries.

Pocket Points currently has recurring monthly revenues of $60,000, and is proof that if you spot a gap in the market, and have a creative solution for a very specific problem, that anything is possible. Everyone benefits from using Pocket Points, including over 2,000 different businesses which allow students to redeem their points for a variety of goods and services.

Have you got a great idea for an app? If so, what are you waiting for?

]]>5 Tips for Relocating Your Petshttps://fullermoving.com/5-tips-relocating-pets/
Fri, 23 Sep 2016 18:21:14 +0000http://76.227.208.54/?p=4924Moving to a new home is a major life event, even if you’ve moved dozens of times before. There’s a whole lot of planning to take care of, including packing everything you own into boxes, and preparing to start your life all over again in a new location. Now, if you’re a pet owner we […]

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Moving to a new home is a major life event, even if you’ve moved dozens of times before. There’s a whole lot of planning to take care of, including packing everything you own into boxes, and preparing to start your life all over again in a new location. Now, if you’re a pet owner we don’t need to explain how valued a member of your family they are, but have you started to plan for how your pet is going to handle your move?

Animals are creatures of habit, so upsetting their routine can cause them to experience stress, which is the last thing you want. We’d like to share some tips for making your pet’s transition to their new home as stress-free as possible for both of you.

Vaccinations

Make sure your tiny friend’s shots are up to date, especially for things like Parvo, Leptospirosis and Kennel Cough, for example. If their shots aren’t up to date now is as good a time as any for a trip to your vet for your pet to have a quick checkup before they head off on their adventure with you. During your visit you also have the opportunity to ask your vet if they can transfer your companion’s records to a new vet in the very near future.

Favorite Items

If your pet has a favorite blanket or toy, please bring this with you while you’re on the road. Even a single familiar item can be enough to make your pet feel a lot more relaxed while they’re traveling. This means you should avoid washing their bedding and/or toys before your trip, but if you’ve already done that don’t worry – just give them a t-shirt or hoodie you’ve worn recently. Your scent will be all over it, and that’s enough to make them feel at home almost no matter where they are.

Doggy Bag

You’ve brought a bag containing the essential items you need for your trip, but don’t forget to pack a travel bag for your animal buddy. The basics to take with you are a supply of fresh food and water for them, some of their favorite snacks, a blanket, their collar, leash, license and any other documentation you have. Basically you need to pack everything your pet might need for 3 – 5 days, just in case you get delayed on your journey.

The Journey

Bring your pet with you whenever possible, and this includes on flights. Most airlines will allow smaller companion animals to travel in the cabin with other passengers, but that’s not always the case. Check in advance if your pet is going to be kept in the cargo area of the aircraft, and then be honest with yourself about whether they’re going to be able for that, especially because of the temperature variations that can take place during a long flight. If you’re planning a road trip instead make sure there are plenty of pet-friendly hotels along the route you’re taking.

Adjustment

If you’ve never traveled any distance before with your pet you’ll need to get them used to a travel crate, or the travel harness they’ll have to wear while inside your car or truck. The travel crate needs to become a place they’re comfortable sleeping several weeks before you leave. When you do finally arrive allow time for your pet to get used to their new surroundings, making sure it’s as secure as possible. Ideally create a little refuge in a separate room for them, so they can explore their new home when they’re ready to.

]]>S’Mores World Record Broken in Rocklinhttps://fullermoving.com/smores-world-record-broken-rocklin/
Mon, 29 Aug 2016 15:37:24 +0000http://76.227.208.54/?p=4919The whole world was focused on the 2016 Rio Olympics, but elsewhere in the world records were being set by non-Olympic athletes, too. Did you know that August 10th was National S’mores Day? Or that the celebration went beyond just you enjoying S’mores without any of the guilt normally associated with these tasty treats? In […]

]]>The whole world was focused on the 2016 Rio Olympics, but elsewhere in the world records were being set by non-Olympic athletes, too. Did you know that August 10th was National S’mores Day? Or that the celebration went beyond just you enjoying S’mores without any of the guilt normally associated with these tasty treats?

In fact, a Guinness World Record attempt was made by the Girl Scouts Heart of Central California. The world record they wanted to smash: The largest number of people in one place making S’mores at the same time.

Up until August 10th the Guinness Record for this stood at 420 people, but on the day the Girls Scouts Heart group managed to get over 500 people to register for the event, and at least 453 people turned up at Rocklin Park. This means the current world record for the most people making S’mores at once has been broken, but it will take several weeks for the new record to be confirmed.

The larger group of participants was broken down into teams of 20 people, with a team leader appointed to each team. The park itself has six fire pits, but the Girl Scouts Heart organized an additional 35 portable burners to make sure they could sail through the current record without missing a beat.

To break the record everyone who took part had to follow very specific rules so that the results could be measured by the Guinness World Record committee. The steps required were very precise: Each person must roast their marshmallow for ten seconds, remove it from the fire, assemble the graham cracker and chocolate, and then add the final graham cracker piece. Each team had to perform these steps at the same time, so although the event was a lot of fun, everyone had to concentrate on what they were doing.

Everyone who attended the record breaking attempt also got to take part in some way, because the finished S’mores were served up to the audience, making sure that absolutely nothing went to waste. Once the Guinness Record attempt was complete most people decided to stick around, enjoying the food and entertainment that was on offer.

In commemoration of the event the first 500 people who turned up on the day got a special S’mores patch, and once the new world record has been confirmed each of the girl scouts will get a special patch to record their huge efforts in smashing a current world record.

The Girl Scouts Heart also used the event to introduce their new cookie flavor: S’mores. This makes perfect sense considering the record they just broke, and now also means that you can enjoy S’mores goodness in cookie form whenever you want to. The Girl Scouts Heart was first founded in 1912 and now has 1.9 million Girl Scouts with a mission to help girls build confidence, courage and character.

]]>Keeping Sacramento’s Urban Forest in Good Shapehttps://fullermoving.com/keeping-sacramentos-urban-forest-good-shape/
Tue, 23 Aug 2016 15:18:49 +0000http://76.227.208.54/?p=4915There’s a thought provoking meme doing the rounds online that basically says, “Imagine for a second that trees gave off Wi-Fi signals, we’d be planting trees everywhere and we’d probably go a long way to saving our planet, too. Too bad they only produce the oxygen we breathe and not just sit there looking pretty.” […]

]]>There’s a thought provoking meme doing the rounds online that basically says, “Imagine for a second that trees gave off Wi-Fi signals, we’d be planting trees everywhere and we’d probably go a long way to saving our planet, too. Too bad they only produce the oxygen we breathe and not just sit there looking pretty.” The sad thing about this meme is that it’s true – we place more value on the strength of our Wi-Fi signal than on the health of our ecosystems. But people are starting to wake up to the fact that Mother Nature matters, and a recent initiative by Sacramento’s City Council aims to protect the city’s urban forest.

The goal of the new ordinance is to allow for better management of the Sacramento’s trees, both on public and private property. Until recently, property owners or developers could remove trees of any age without getting prior approval. Now that the trees have been recognized as an integral part of the city’s infrastructure, and that our urban forest is just as important a feature of the city as anything else, it makes sense to preserve them.

All future tree removals in Sacramento will require the property owner to post notice 15 days in advance of a protected tree being removed, or even if they plan on topping a protected tree. The ordinance also states that any tree infected with Dutch Elm disease must be dealt with promptly to prevent spread of this fungal disease, which can quickly reduce the number of health elms in any area to zero. It’s worth bearing in mind that Dutch Elm disease was responsible for the destruction of almost all elm trees in the southern counties of the United Kingdom.

If property owners or developers fail to follow the city’s new ordinance they can face fines of between $250 and $25,000 per day for each incident of a tree being removed without proper approval. This will give developers more transparency on where, when and how they can conduct certain types of construction work, while preserving the city’s natural habitat.

A critically important part of the new ordinance is that it provides funding for the replanting of older trees which have been removed. So although it takes time for new trees to grow, at least they will actively contribute to the reduction of pollution in Sacramento, especially their ability to convert carbon dioxide to breathable oxygen.

The urban forest within Sacramento does far more than just keep our neighborhoods looking good because these trees are literally the lungs of our city, and allowing them to be removed would not only be detrimental to the beauty of our city, but could also have long-term health implications for future generations. As the population of our planet continues to grow, it’s now more important than ever before to retain and nurture the green spaces left within our city limits.

]]>The Sacramento Zoo Is Set To Get A Facelifthttps://fullermoving.com/sacramento-zoo-set-get-facelift/
Tue, 19 Jul 2016 18:28:52 +0000http://76.227.208.54/?p=4864The entrance to Sacramento Zoo is one of the most iconic sights in the state, and has been in place since 1961. These distinctively-shaped awnings at the entrance to the zoo are called hyperbolic paraboloids, and give the zoo’s entrance its unique look and feel. The smaller buildings are the entry and exit points of […]

]]>The entrance to Sacramento Zoo is one of the most iconic sights in the state, and has been in place since 1961. These distinctively-shaped awnings at the entrance to the zoo are called hyperbolic paraboloids, and give the zoo’s entrance its unique look and feel. The smaller buildings are the entry and exit points of the zoo, while the larger structure was the site of the Discovery Room, which has since been converted into an air conditioned space for younger children to cool down in when visiting the zoo during the warm summer months.

Unfortunately due to issues with dry rot, and the potential for structural problems based on that, the entrance to the Sacramento Zoo now requires a complete overhaul. While every effort is being made to preserve the original look and feel of the entrance, it may be necessary for the buildings to be torn down and replaced for health and safety reasons.

No final decision has been made on the future of the existing entrance, but for right now the management team at the zoo will be putting up temporary steel braces to ensure that the buildings are safe for visitors to walk beneath. There are a lot of people in favor of having these buildings listed as historical sites in both national and regional registers, which would make perfect sense considering the iconic entrance is now part of local history.

Let’s just hope that if they have to completely replace the entrance that it honors the original design in some way – we love the way it looks right now.

While the fate of the entrance is being decided you can still visit the zoo to enjoy everything on offer here, especially during the glorious summer months ahead. Here are just some of the activities you can look forward to.

Nature Explorers – Explore Nature at the Sacramento Zoo

If you want your kids to learn about the wilderness, but without having to trek into the middle of nowhere, then you’ll enjoy the “Nature Explorers” days held at the zoo on the last Saturday of each month. They’ll learn about a different subject during each visit, with the topic for July 30th being ‘Weather’. This is a great day out for kids, because there’s lots of stories and playtime included too, so it’s not hard to convince kids to take part.

Overnight Zoo Safaris

These evenings are as popular now as they ever have been, giving you and your kids the opportunity to sleep within feet of the animal enclosures. You’ll also get to see how the animals behave at night, especially the nocturnal ones! You can experience the sights, smells and sounds of an expensive overseas safari, but within driving distance of your home.

Yes, Even An Ice Cream Safari

Another safari? Well, yes, but this one is all about copious amounts of Baskin-Robbins Ice Cream, all part of the annual Ice Cream Safari at Sacramento Zoo. There’s free face painting for kids, and lots of prizes on offer, and that’s outside of all the ice cream you can physically eat! Tickets for the Ice Cream Safari cost just $13 for kids and $17 for adults if they’re booked before August 14th.

The above events are outside of all the day-to-day activities which take place here, so there’s always a reason for you to book some tickets for your family, or friends, to visit the Sacramento Zoo. There’s also the added bonus that you won’t have to queue for hours here to visit the different attractions, unlike many of the zoos you’ve been to in the past.

]]>The State Fair in Sacramento Always Delivers Incredible Eatshttps://fullermoving.com/state-fair-sacramento-always-delivers-incredible-eats/
Fri, 08 Jul 2016 22:17:14 +0000http://76.227.208.54/?p=4858If the smell of freshly cut grass, backyard BBQ and the blazing, fiery ball in the sky overhead hasn’t been enough to convince you that summer is here, well maybe the California State Fair can. Even the world’s greatest curmudgeon can’t resist a State Fair, and the proof of that is the CSF is now […]

]]>If the smell of freshly cut grass, backyard BBQ and the blazing, fiery ball in the sky overhead hasn’t been enough to convince you that summer is here, well maybe the California State Fair can. Even the world’s greatest curmudgeon can’t resist a State Fair, and the proof of that is the CSF is now celebrating its 163rd year of bringing fun, food and entertainment to residents of Sacramento. The 2016 fair looks set to attract around 600,000 visitors, part of the annual increase in visitors it’s been enjoying now for the last few decades.

Now, when you think about the fair you’re automatically thinking cotton candy, corn dogs, and all sorts of beverages. Sure, there’s lots of amazing stuff to enjoy at the fair, but from July 8th to July 24th we’re pretty sure you’re going to be thinking with your stomach first, and your head second.

Why? Well because there are certain foods we restrict ourselves to except at certain times of the year. We’ll only eat turkey during Thanksgiving or during the Christmas holiday season, and the same logic applies to what we’ll allow ourselves to eat during a state fair. So, now that your stomach has been put in “ready” mode what kind of gastronomical delights await you?

The first thing you need to know is there are over 120 different concession stands at the fair, serving pretty much any type of food you can imagine. Literally. We’re not kidding. At least one of the concession stands at the Sacramento State Fair will be serving a dish that will have you drooling with desire.

California Fair Taster Nights:

If you’re not sure what your taste buds are really craving then you should definitely turn up for a “Taste of the Fair” evening on July 13th, 14th, 20th or 21st. For just $2 you can sample an offering from any one concession stand. At less than the price of a beer you have the perfect reason to show up for at least one of the “Taste of the Fair” nights, so you can plan your full-on food assault for several days later.

There Are Healthy Options:

It’s not all just deep-friend food on a stick though – there are more healthy and vegetarian options on offer this year than ever before. There’s even a full range of gluten-free foods on the menu, so you can have a great evening at the fair while also sticking to any specific dietary requirements you might have.

Some of the healthier options are somewhat questionable, like the bacon-wrapped asparagus you can buy, but this is technically a very healthy meal if you trim the fat from your bacon. But, then again, why would you do that? One of our favoritest (it’s a word) healthy options is the “Drink a Fruit from a Fruit” concession – these guys core out a watermelon or pineapple and then fill the hollow shell with super-chilled pineapple or watermelon fruit juice.

Jeanne’s Artichokes is here again this year, offering fried or steamed dishes, with a mouthwatering selection of toppings. So, as you can see, you have plenty to choose from when it comes to healthier menu options.

Extreme Foods To Try:

No state fair can ever claim its place among the greats without offering at least several extreme eating options for its guests. Two of the most popular, and recurring, meals at the California State Fair are the Elvis Burger and Caveman Turkey leg. Now, while we understand that these particular “dishes” are probably self-explanatory, we do need to go into a bit more detail on them.

Starting with the Elvis Burger this is 1/3 pound of beef in a ciabatta roll, covered with bacon, egg, peanut butter, jelly, and some lettuce and tomato for a healthy touch. You can also get a Krispy Kreme burger, or a mac’n’cheese bacon burger. You might want to take a short walk after reading that, just in case the calories get downloaded directly to your arteries.

The Caveman Turkey Leg is almost exactly what it says on the tin, except the 2-pound turkey leg is also wrapped in a pound of delicious, crispy bacon. We don’t’ really need to say much more about that here – just head on over to Bacon Habit when you get to the fair. You can thank us later.

Sharky’s Fry King offers up ten different types of French fries, all of them made with hand-cut naturally-grown potatoes. “So what”, we hear you say? Well how about trying some of their lobster fries? Yes, they make fries out of lobster meat. We have to stop describing this now because saliva is dripping onto the keyboard.

Fair-Sized Eating Competitions:

An eating competition is the perfect excuse for the more reserved people reading this to unleash their inner garbage disposal persona. The Sacramento State Fair offers you the choice, nay the right!, to go forth and stuff yourself silly with corn dogs, all with the goal of winning a first place prize of $2,500. This is a serious competition, by the way, so only enter if you think you can beat local champion Milo Franks – he’s basically an eating machine.

Remember the pie eating competition in ‘Stand By Me’ (trivia – originally called “The Body” in the book of short stories “Different Seasons”), where contestants got to stick their faces into pies, and all to the applause of their friends and family? Want to recreate that moment in your own life? Well then you need to turn up on the Promenade Stage at 2pm on Tuesday July 12th for the annual pie eating competition.Pie eating pros show up at this event, so do your prep in advance i.e. wear something with an elastic waistband.

Wave goodbye to your diet for the next few weeks, folks. You can start again come August 2016.

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Thu, 16 Jun 2016 20:25:47 +0000http://76.227.208.54/?p=4854It probably won’t surprise you to hear that there’s a whole lot of exciting events coming your way in Sacramento this summer. If it does surprise you to hear that, well then buckle yourself in and allow us to whet your appetites with entertainment for you, your family and friends to enjoy this summer. French […]

]]>It probably won’t surprise you to hear that there’s a whole lot of exciting events coming your way in Sacramento this summer. If it does surprise you to hear that, well then buckle yourself in and allow us to whet your appetites with entertainment for you, your family and friends to enjoy this summer.

French Film Festival

International movie buffs should prepare themselves for two weekends of cultural fun at the Crest Theatre on June 17-19 and June 24-26. Don’t panic if you’re not a fluent francophone – every single one of these movies has English subtitles, allowing you to enjoy the movie and not focus on trying to translate the dialogue.

The Sacramento French Film Festival is now entering its 15th year and will showcase a wide range of new French movies while reintroducing some of the French classics you may have heard about. This year’s festival is slightly different in that the headline movie – Fatima by Philippe Faucon – is showing before the opening reception.

Individual tickets for movies cost from $12, but you can get a weekend pass for as little as $37. A whole weekend of movies for less than $40? What are you waiting for?

Kids & Teens Summer Cooking Camp

Want a break from your kids June 20-24 and have them learn some important life skills? The Sacramento Natural Foods Co-op Summer Cooking Camp is exactly what you tired parents are looking for. This summer school can help your kids transition more smoothly from regular school hours to their summer vacation while also teaching them something new and fun.

By the time your kids complete this course they’ll not only be able to follow a recipe and use basic kitchen math, but they’ll also have the skills needed to put together dishes like crepes, Caesar salad, vegetable spring rolls, calabacitas and gelato. This camp is suitable for children from 9 – 14 years of age, and the entire course costs just $300 per child.

California State Fair

The first California State Fair took place in 1854 and is still going strong well over 150 years later. The reason why this state fair has remained so popular is simply because it offers so much entertainment for so little money. There are all the usual fairground rides, the 2016 CA Brewfest, horse racing and horse-related events, a classic car show, competitions, cute animals, amazing food from seventy different vendors, and lots and lots of live music. Examples of some of the headline acts performing at CSF this year include Creedence Clearwater Revival, Dwight Yoakam, Plain White T’s, Styx and The Pointer Sisters.

The California State Fair takes place July 8-24, so you have 17 days of fun to look forward to. Daily tickets cost just $10, but you can also get yourself a season pass for as little as $29. The CSF is open from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Sacramento Shakespeare Festival

If you’re a creature of culture then you’ll love this exploration of the works of the Bard himself. This particular festival has been entertaining the people of Sacramento since the 1980s, but gained its official title of the Sacramento Shakespeare Festival in 1985.

Fans of live theatre can look forward to performances of “Love’s Labor Lost” and “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” the entire month of July at the William A. Carroll Amphitheatre on Land Park Drive. Tickets start at just $15, but group rates are also available if you plan on attending with your friends. Don’t worry – these aren’t starchy performances of Shakespearean classics. They’re enjoyable for people from all walks of life.

Suzuki International Piano Concert

This is a concert unlike anything you’ve ever seen before. Instead of a lone pianist entertaining the audience, you get to experience 10 world-class pianists performing the same piece of music on grand pianos. It’s not just musicians from the United States performing – there are students and teachers traveling to Sacramento from across the globe to take part. Tickets cost just $20 each, and the event itself takes place in the Sacramento Community Center Theater. This is one event you definitely can’t afford to miss.